Imperial Officer (Dark Gray Uniform, Classic Face)
sw0030 · Star Wars
Classic Star Wars · 2001
Figure ID
sw0030
Theme
Star Wars
Year Released
2001
Rarity
Uncommon
Head
Classic yellow head with simple black pupils and a smiling mouth. Topped with a dark gray peaked officer cap.
Torso
Dark bluish gray torso with Imperial officer tunic printing featuring a rank plaque and belt buckle. Yellow arms and hands.
Legs
Plain dark bluish gray legs with no side or front printing.
Accessories
Dark gray peaked cap
Color Scheme
Dark bluish gray, yellow, and small red/blue accents on the rank plaque.
Printing Details
Simple early-2000s pad printing on the torso front only, featuring basic tunic lines, a silver buckle, and a red/blue rank insignia.
Variants
Features later flesh-toned variants and updated uniform prints in subsequent Star Wars waves.
Condition Notes
Common wear points include fading on the torso print, scratching on the peaked cap, and yellowing of the classic yellow head.
Estimated Value
3.00 USD to 6.00 USD depending on condition.
Price (New)
Originally available in sets ranging from 20 to 100 USD in 2001.
Compatible Sets
7152 TIE Fighter & Y-wing, 7181 TIE Interceptor
Character Background
Represents a generic Imperial Navy or Army officer serving the Galactic Empire in the original Star Wars trilogy.
Design Notes
Utilizes the classic early Star Wars aesthetic with the standard yellow minifigure head before LEGO transitioned to licensed flesh tones in 2004.
Similar Minifigures
Imperial Crew (sw0031), Grand Moff Tarkin (sw0157)
Collectibility
Moderate demand among vintage Star Wars LEGO collectors and army builders.
History
Released during the second wave of LEGO Star Wars sets in 2001, helping establish the staple Imperial faction troop options.
Interesting Facts
This classic variant predates the flesh-tone skin update and lacks back printing, which was standard for LEGO figures of that era.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed alongside classic era TIE Fighters, Star Destroyers, or other early 2000s Imperial figures on a standard black baseplate.
Modification Potential
Can be upgraded with modern dual-molded legs or a flesh head for custom purist modern Imperial displays.
Overall Assessment
A nostalgic and essential piece for early LEGO Star Wars collectors, holding solid nostalgic value despite its simplicity.